8-Day Nile River Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with Optional Private Guide

Spend eight days on a voyage down the beautiful and romantic Nile River on a cruise from Luxor to Aswan and explore the historic temples, tombs and relics of the the Upper Nile, described as the greatest outdoor museum in the world!

Scheduled guided tours on the cruise include the Valley of the Kings, the Karnak and Luxor Temples, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo and the beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan. You also have the opportunity to upgrade to a private guided tour so you can plan your itinerary with a qualified Egyptologist during the cruise!

Highlights

All-inclusive tour

Multi-Day Trip

All entrance fees included

Led by a qualified Egyptologist

Travel by boat and see the sights from the water

Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

The deluxe Nile cruiser M/Y Mirage has an onboard restaurant, lounges and reading areas, a discotheque, swimming pool with jacuzzi, large shaded sundeck with bar, massage service, boutique, gift shop and laundry service. Evening entertainment may include Nubian music and dancers, a Galabayeh night and belly dancing. The cruiser's 58 air-conditioned cabins have private facilities and satellite TV.

Opt for your own expert local guide and ensure a more personal experience on your visit to Egypt’s ancient sites and monuments accompanied by a qualified Egyptologist. Alternatively, group sightseeing offers a great money-saving option and with group sizes restricted to 20 people you have plenty of opportunity to interact with your guide and ask questions.

With all meals, accommodation and sightseeing included, your M/Y Mirage cruise on the Nile River makes your journey into ancient Egypt as relaxed and enjoyable as possible. And with your own guide to lead the way at each of the stops, you'll gain valuable insights into Egypt's ancient history and civilization on this laidback but informative cruise.

Please note: Groups of travelers requiring different cabin types are required to make separate bookings in order to guarantee cabins of their choice

Transport is wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

Infants are free of charge, provided they are sharing a cabin with 2 paying adults

Itinerary:

8-Day Nile River Cruise Itinerary

Day 1 (L,D):

Embarkation upon arrival to Luxor

Visit the East Bank (Karnak and Luxor Temple)

Overnight in Luxor with opportunity to disembark

Day 2 (B, L, D):

Early morning sail to Esna and Edfu

Overnight in Edfu

Day 3 (B, L, D):

Breakfast on board

Visit Horus Temple in Edfu

Sail to Kom Ombo and Aswan

Overnight in Aswan (late night arrival)

Day 4 (B, L, D):

Visit the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple

Afternoon Felucca tour around Islands of Aswan

Overnight in Aswan with opportunity to disembark or optional Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple (additional cost)

Day 5 (B, L, D):

Free day in Aswan with possibility of optional tour to Abu Simbel (additional cost)

Overnight in Aswan with opportunity to disembark

Day 6 (B, L, D):

Sail to Kom Ombo and visit of Kom Ombo Temple

Sail to Luxor

Overnight in Luxor with opportunity to disembark

Day 7 (B, L, D):

Possibility of optional Hot Air Ballooning over the West Bank (additional cost)

Visit the West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon)

Overnight in Luxor with opportunity to disembark or optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak (additional cost)

Day 8 (B):

Check-out after breakfast

Schedule subject to change due to Nile River traffic, conditions and water levels

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Traveler Reviews

I would guve this trip 10 stars not just 5. The boat and staff were so nice and went out of their ways to make us happy. Iour tour guide was amazing! Very polite and pleasant person. We enjoyed his company very much. I will try to add puctures to this review later! It was such an amazing trip.

Reviewed by: Johnny W, USA, May 2014

Great cruise. We had a very knowledgable guide and his brilliance made our experience incredible. AWESOME!!!!!!